Following a defeat to Newcastle, Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has publicly identified the team's mentality as the primary obstacle to success. Tottenham, who dominated the first half of the match before falling away in the second, have now suffered two consecutive losses to begin their Premier League campaign. De Zerbi emphasized the need for patience regarding the squad's development and specifically highlighted the integration of high-profile signings, such as Sandro Tonali, as a key factor in the team's ongoing transition.

The assessment of the club's current situation varies between media outlets. Sky Sports has focused on the severity of the team's form, citing pundit Jamie Carragher’s assessment that the club has experienced its "worst start" possible. In contrast, The Guardian provides a more detailed breakdown of the match itself, noting that the defeat was "deserved" and highlighting the specific tactical shift that occurred between the first and second halves. While both outlets agree that De Zerbi is facing a significant challenge, they differ in their emphasis: Sky Sports highlights the external criticism surrounding the club's performance, while The Guardian focuses on the manager's specific tactical and psychological explanations for the result.